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Manhattan Beach, CA

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Manhattan Beach is a thriving coastal community just southwest of Los Angeles proper. The Downtown district near the foot of the Manhattan Beach Pier is packed with terrific and unique restaurants, bars, specialty shops, and even a few art galleries. Manhattan Village shopping mall on the northeast side of town provides an even bigger selection of retail options. In addition to the beach, you can always enjoy to SoCal sunshine by spending time in any of the numerous public parks in town or by walking the Hermosa Valley Greenbelt, which connects many of the area’s most popular attractions. The local education system is superb—Mira Costa High School in particular is regularly ranked among the top schools in the nation. LAX airport is only a few blocks to the north, making Manhattan Beach an ideal location for jet-setters and other frequent travelers.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Manhattan Beach, CA is $2,168 for a studio, $2,165 for one bedroom, $3,019 for two bedrooms, and $5,925 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Manhattan Beach has increased by 3.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,165/month
659 Sq Ft
House
$15,911/month
2,593 Sq Ft
Condo
$6,861/month
854 Sq Ft
Townhome
$10,932/month
1,906 Sq Ft
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Transportation

84

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

53

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Grand View Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

510 Students

10
out of 10

Pacific Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

530 Students

9
out of 10

Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

482 Students

9
out of 10

Meadows Avenue Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

371 Students

9
out of 10

Opal Robinson Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

283 Students

9
out of 10

Manhattan Beach Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,197 Students

9
out of 10

Mira Costa High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,497 Students

9
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Dockweiler State Beach
  • Madrona Marsh Preserve & Nature Center
  • South Coast Botanic Garden
  • Ballona Creek Trail - Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve Access
  • Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area

Airports

  • Los Angeles International
  • Long Beach (Daugherty Field)

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